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Physics

A Level - Full-time
Physics
Subject Area: Science
Assessment: Exam
Location: Woldgate and Longcroft
Course Entry Requirements Icon Entry Requirements:

GCSE Double Science at Grade 6 or better. It is also recommended that you study A Level Mathematics but if you do not, we require at least a Grade 7 in Mathematics at GCSE (students achieving a 6 in Maths may be considered alongside strong ATL grades).

What are Quarks, Leptons and Neutrinos and how do they interact with the fundamental laws of the Universe? How did the work of Einstein, Newton and Faraday change our world? How light can behave as both a particle and a wave.

If you want the chance to investigate and understand some of the fundamental laws of the Universe and find out many real-life applications of physics theory then A Level Physics is the course for you.

Additional Course Information

What will I study and learn?

Year 1 is split into 5 sections:

  • Measurements and their errors
  • Particles and radiation
  • Waves
  • Mechanics and materials
  • Electricity

Year 2 is split into 4 sections:

  • Further mechanics and thermal physics
  • Fields and their consequences
  • Nuclear physics
  • Engineering physics
How will I be assessed?

Examinations: This qualification is linear which means that students will sit 3 x 2-hour exams at the end of their course, by a mixture of:

  • Short and long answer questions
  • Multiple choice questions
  • Structured questions including practical techniques

A Level exams will cover content from Year 1 and Year 2 and will be at higher demand.

Practical activities: x12 throughout your course.

  • Six from Year 1
  • Six from Year 2.
Further Opportunities

Physics is not only a fascinating subject to study at this level, it is also very highly regarded by universities and employers who recognise that studying Physics develops practical analytical and logical problem solving skills. A Level Physics is essential or highly desirable in many different careers and professions. These include: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Architecture, Geology, Geophysics, Medicine, Veterinary science.

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